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Acquisitions Editor/ Senior Acquisitions Editor
Springer
New York, NY, United States
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Apress Media, LLC, a company in the Springer Nature group, is an IT/ Professional Computing publisher that provides content meeting the needs of IT professionals, software developers, programmers and managers in the IT world. Apress provides practical, high-quality content in both print and electronic (eBook) formats that help business and technology professionals build a comprehensive pathway to career success. For more information please see www.apress.com.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Life and AD&D
• 401(k)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Transit Accounts
• Tuition Assistance
• Summer Hours
Acquisitions Editor/ Senior Acquisitions Editor Apress - focus on the iOS/Apple Product Line
POSITION SUMMARY
The Acquisitions Editor/ Senior Acquisitions Editor is responsible for the acquisition and the ongoing management of a portfolio of books/ebooks in a field within professional computing/ information technology and related areas. Titles acquired by the Acquisitions Editor should be of consistently high quality, in line with the company's reputation as a high-quality publisher of computing, IT and technical works. The position involves extensive author contact via phone, email and in person, as well as: proposal review, contract negotiation, acquisition of manuscripts for production, development of the manuscript to meet Apress standards, promotional planning and long-range planning for growth and development of the program assigned to the Acquisitions Editor. Specific responsibilities include:
• The Acquisitions Editor/ Senior Acquisitions Editor manages a book portfolio of approximately 30-40 titles per year, and may be involved in the development of videos in the field that he or she is responsible for.
• Pursues an active and efficient acquisitions policy through correspondence, required meetings/trips, telephone, consultations with advisors, etc. Approximately 20%‑30% travel may be required, as well as strong initiative and independent functioning.
• Prepares and executes publishing contracts in regard to US product.
• Works with authors to assure timely delivery of the book manuscripts.
• Maintains and develops a network of tech reviewers and advisors that can be called upon for advice and reviews
• Maintains continuous cooperation and dialogues with marketing, promotion and production concerning individual projects as well as general questions of mutual interest.
• Maintains communication and a strong working relationship with editorial counterparts in the US, the UK and in India about specific immediate questions as well as long‑term strategy questions. Works with various branches in coordination of the international program.
• Develops guidelines, plans, reporting systems, etc., to implement publishing plans. Maintains current status of all projects in the program via reporting system.
• Reviews and discusses new projects and plans with editorial colleagues particularly in overlapping areas.
• Any other duties as required by manager.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
• College degree, a degree in computer science would be a plus
• Strong affinity with and a natural interest in the tech industry: must be following industry developments closely
• Experience as an acquisitions editor or related editorial/publishing experience, ideally in tech or computer science publishing
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills required.
• Must be willing and able to travel.
Please apply using our online application system.
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Apress and Springer are an Equal Opportunity Employer that comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the following EEO Is The Law Poster:
http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf.